Job Description
Join our urgent mission to protect Memphis communities! Shelby County Government seeks a dynamic Public Health Emergency Response Coordinator to lead critical initiatives during this unprecedented hiring surge. This pivotal role requires a proactive leader ready to deploy immediately in public health crises, ensuring rapid response coordination across county agencies and community partners.
As the central hub for emergency preparedness, you'll develop actionable protocols, mobilize resources during outbreaks, and bridge vital communication between healthcare providers, government entities, and the public. This is your chance to make tangible impact in a city facing urgent public health challenges.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response operations during public health crises
- Develop and implement emergency preparedness protocols for county-wide deployment
- Lead inter-departmental task forces for rapid incident resolution
- Manage public communication strategies during health emergencies
- Oversee resource allocation and logistics for emergency response teams
- Analyze data trends to predict and mitigate emerging health threats
- Train county staff on emergency response procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field
- 3+ years crisis response coordination experience
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or equivalent preferred
- Proven track record in multi-agency collaboration
- Expertise in public health surveillance systems
- Exceptional crisis communication skills
- Ability to work 24/7 rotations during emergencies
- Tennessee driver's license required